Jason Wu For Target: Coming to a Target Near Your Tomorrow!

Jason Wu for Target hits Target stores tomorrow.  The big question is whether there will be a frenzy over it like there was for the Missoni for Target collection.  I'm guessing, that while the Jason Wu collection will be popular, I don't think we'll be seeing Target.com crash, or lines of people 200 deep waiting to storm Target tomorrow. Although Jason Wu was made popular by the First Lady, I don't think that his name recognition has risen to the level of other Target collaborators.  That is not to say that his collection doesn't look great -- it does.  My only critique of it, is that the hemlines are wayyy too short. I love the dresses pictured above, but I could never wear them to work because of the hemlines.  So I, for one, will not be waking up early to hit Target for Jason Wu, but I would love to hear from others who do!

Target Find: William Rast for Target

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I don't know why, but I am super-excited for the William Rast for Target line to hit Target stores this Sunday, December 19th. I am mostly excited for the jeans...I haven't seen what they will retail for, but I know the line starts at $19.99.  I think this might be a good way to try some denim styles that I wouldn't normally try if I had to spend $200 for a pair of jeans.  I am also excited to see what other unique pieces they might roll out that I can use in my weekend wardrobe.

One of the more expensive items, a real leather jacket, is slated to retail for $199.  See it below:

 

Winter Tights Solution: Assets vs. Spanx

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If you are like me, you love wearing tights in the winter, but finding the perfect pair at the right price can be a bit cumbersome.  I have gone through many brands that I didn't love: J. Crew and Banana Republic tights, while fashionable, are always too thin and lack support (and unless they are purchased with a coupon, can be a bit on the pricey side too).  And while I love Wolford tights (who doesn't!) I just can't bring myself to drop $50 on a piece of clothing that will be destroyed by the slightest snag. I have always loved Spanx too (specifically, Spanx Tight End Tights), and I thought there was nothing out there that really compared.  But at more than $30 per pair, again, I just couldn't see investing that kind of money in something that I couldn't count on to last forever. (**Update -- I was able to score several pairs of Spanx Tight End Tights at Filene's Basement today for $16/pair...at that price, I say stock up while you can!)

But then, a couple of winters ago, I was perusing the tights aisle at Target and I stumbled upon Assets by Sarah Blakely.  Admittedly, Assets is the lower-end line of Spanx, but at about half the price of Spanx, I think your dollar goes a bit further with Assets.  Tights only last so long, no matter how well you take care of them and avoid sharp objects.  Assets tights are just the right price point and quality that they last through wearings and washings, while keeping their shape and keeping you warm.  But at around $15 per pair, your heart doesn't fall out of your chest at the sign of a snag.

The Assets Terrific Tights are my absolute favorites.  Like normal tights, however, the solid tights last longer than those with texture or a pattern (like those pictured above).  I don't think any of my textured or patterned tights survived the winter, but at least they survived through several wearings.  Here are some of my faves:

1) Terrific Textured Tuxedo Stripe Tights (pictured above) - $16 - Buy Them Here

2) Solid Terrific Tights - $14 - My absolute faves!!! They last forever, hold you in, and come in a range of sizes.  For a super-secret tip, size up one size for added opacity and comfort. Buy Them Here

3) Pucker Terrific Textured Tights - For a bit of vertical texture to lengthen your legs - $18 - Buy Them Here

Target Find: Pixi Lip Booster

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I have to admit: I love my Pixi Lip Booster.  At $16, it is a bit expensive for a lipstick purchased at Target....it definitely isn't a super-cheap drugstore find, but the extra cost is definitely worth it.  The top color pictured above is Elf, and the bottom color is Freya (my two color pics from the line-up).  Both colors go on somewhat sheer and shiny, and give your lips that shiny, wet look, but in a way that looks sophisticated rather than slutty.  Elf is a beautiful, sheer berry color that fades nicely and evenly (no nasty ring is left on the outer corners of your lips after drinking that first glass of wine).  Freya is definitely my favorite, though -- it is a fabulous sheer nude color that is right on-trend for fall.  Finding a great nude is super-difficult -- most nudes aren't flattering and instead of warming the face they suck the life out of it.  Freya is different -- it has just a bit of mauve/pink that adds a bit of depth and makes you look healthy while keeping your lips subtly beautiful.  The lip brush applicator gives you great control while applying it (a mirror is almost optional) -- plus it stays on a really long time....definitely longer than most other lip glosses that I've tried, but the consistency isn't all gloppy and gross.  Go forth and boost those lips!